Christian Schloe – Austrian Surrealist Digital Painter
On November 7, the sad news was announced that the prominent poet, novelist, musician, singer, songwriter and paint artist, Leonard Cohen had died. He was born on September 21,1934 in Westmount, Quebec, Canada.
His work explored religion, politics, isolation, sexuality, and personal relationships. He won the Chester Mac Naghten Literary Competition for the poems “Sparrows” and “Thoughts of a Landsman.”
His song “Suzanne” became a hit for Judy Collins who subsequently covered a number of Cohen’s other songs, as well, and was for many years his most covered song. He was also associated with many other performers including Sharon Robinson, Jennifer Warnes and Anjani Thomas. ©wikipedia
During the New York City’s folk scene in Greenwich Village, I had the pleasure of being exposed to his words from other poets who were reciting his poems and aspiring to be as good.
It’s a formidable loss of an incredibly revered visionary artist.
May you Rest in Peace,
Isadora
2016©Isadora DeLaVega
“Hallelujah” was first released on Cohen’s studio album Various Positions in 1984.
If It Be Your Will
If it be your will that I speak no more
And my voice be still as it was before
I will speak no more, I shall abide until
I am spoken for, if it be your will
If it be your will that a voice be true
From this broken hill, I will sing to you
From this broken hill, all your praises they shall ring
If it be your will to let me sing
From this broken hill all your praises they shall ring
If it be your will to let me sing
If it be your will, if there is a choice
Let the rivers fill, let the hills rejoice
Let your mercy spill on all these burning hearts in Hell
If it be your will to make us well
And draw us near, and bind us tight
All your children here in their rags of light
In our rags of light, all dressed to kill
And end this night, if it be your will, if it be your will
Song Lyrics
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Official site for Leonard Cohen
June 7, 2017 at 2:38 am
Thanks for sharing the link to your lovely tribute, Izzy. I had never heard that song “If It Be Your Will” and it brought tears to my eyes. He was a master story teller and a wonderful humanist. 🙂 xo ❤
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November 17, 2016 at 6:29 am
Lovely tribute.
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November 17, 2016 at 2:35 pm
I’m pleased you enjoyed it. Thank you … 😎
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November 16, 2016 at 11:39 pm
Thank you Isadora for this lovely tribute to Mr. Cohen Esq.
His words were unique. And thank you for introducing me to this song I did not know.
Take care.
Brian
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November 17, 2016 at 2:38 pm
I appreciate your visiting, commenting and listening to the video. I often wonder if people take the time to listen to the songs.
It’s a phenomenally powerful song. His words will be with us forever. Happy you enjoyed.
Isadora 😎
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November 17, 2016 at 7:59 pm
I did. Enjoy it. I think you can tell whether visitors have clicked on the video in your statistics. (Not too sure)
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November 14, 2016 at 8:04 pm
Great tribute to a great poet.
And beautiful words from a beautiful woman to a beautiful man.
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November 15, 2016 at 3:29 pm
I’m extremely awed of your comment, CE. My smile is huge. I am but a small feather among the many wordsmith birds. Thank you for giving me a boost of encouragement.
Isadora 😎
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November 14, 2016 at 2:15 pm
Such beautiful songs and a great man! Very sad that he has left us. Beautiful post, Isadora.
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November 14, 2016 at 4:49 pm
It was a great. He left us with a catalog of wonderful treasures for us to continue to enjoy. Thank you, PJ.
Have a fabulous week.
Isadora 😎
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November 14, 2016 at 7:58 pm
You have a fabulous week too!
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November 14, 2016 at 9:04 am
He was a great influence to me in my guitar days.. His words were always powerful and meaningful….. I managed to learn a couple of his songs/poems but my mind has let me down these days…
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November 14, 2016 at 4:53 pm
Yes, Gerry, he had an intensely powerful way with words. I believe it’s what made him a favorite
for many. I’m sure it didn’t come without its’ struggles. Keep playing your guitar and enjoying the
moments that are wonderful. It keep your mind stronger despite your reservations. It’s about the
process not the destination. I always enjoy your visits. Be well …
Isadora 😎
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November 15, 2016 at 9:49 am
he spent a couple of years here in UK before he turned to music for his words. Good health to you also.
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November 15, 2016 at 3:26 pm
I do remember reading about that. Many musicians live and work in the UK. I imagine the music scene is a big one. : )
Thank you for the good health wishes. 😎
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November 16, 2016 at 3:23 pm
It was very big in the 60’s -70’s glad to have been part of it if only a very small part..
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November 16, 2016 at 6:38 pm
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November 14, 2016 at 8:08 am
We’ve lost an incredibly talented man.
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November 14, 2016 at 4:55 pm
His way with words is what made his writing very distinctive.
Too many greats are leaving us. Perhaps, it’s our age. 😬
YIKES …. I mean my age. 😳
Issy 😎
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November 13, 2016 at 9:19 pm
I love “Suzanne.” Loving tribute, Izzy.
janet
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November 14, 2016 at 4:57 pm
It’s a wonderful song. Judy Collins has such an angelic voice.
Thank you, Janet, for enjoying my tribute.
Have a wonderful week.
Izzy 😎
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